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There have been prohibitions in place to export chips to China. Now, the Science Advisor to President Donald Trump commented that it has been explicitly advised to include location tracking technology in chips.

With the Gamebook, Chuwi enters the gaming notebook market for the first time - and relies on powerful hardware: the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX meets an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU. The test shows how well the interaction works, where the gamebook shines, and where there is still room for improvement.

AMD's latest RDNA 3 graphics card needs just one PCIe slot, and with a power consumption of just 55 watts, the GPU doesn't require an additional power cable. Nevertheless, the new AMD GPU offers 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM and four DisplayPort 2.1 outputs.

Framework’s first modular desktop PC pairs its upgradable design with AMD’s powerful Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip. Framework’s first modular desktop PC combines its signature upgradable design with AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip. Early hands-on testing highlights impressive performance and thermal efficiency, making it a compelling compact option for creators and gamers alike, all without relying on a discrete GPU.

If you're waiting for the Xbox ROG Ally X, then you might be surprised to know that other handhelds already available on the market can perform just as well, if not better. A well-known YouTuber recently demonstrated this by pitting the AMD Ryzen Z1 and Z2 Extreme against the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, essentially comparing three of the most popular handheld chips currently available at the time of writing.

YouTuber Daniel Owen just benchmarked the RTX 5050 against the RTX 3060 12 GB across more than 50 games, testing everything from native 1440p to DLSS at 1080p. If you’re wondering how these two budget GPUs stack up in 2025, the video dives deep into exactly that.

Cyberpunk 2077 just got FSR 4 support and a new video from YouTuber RandomGaminginHD breaks down what it takes to get AMD’s latest upscaling tech running in Night City. Once enabled, though, FSR 4 delivers sharper visuals and better frame rates, just don’t expect miracles without tradeoffs.

AMD seems to have increased the pin density for its AM6 socket bringing DDR6 and PCIe 6.0 support. The socket is being developed for Zen 7 CPUs, both of which are expected in 2028.

Geekom is now offering the ultra-compact A6 mini PC in a matte pink finish designed to stand out on your desk. Powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H APU with Radeon 680M graphics, 32 GB DDR5-4800 RAM, a 1 TB NVMe SSD, and great connectivity options, the Geekom A6 can tackle your daily productivity and multimedia needs without breaking a sweat and at an enticing discounted price.

AMD is said to be working on a slightly downgraded Radeon RX 9060. It will arrive in only an 8 GB flavour and perform more or less par with the 9060 XT.

Golden Pig Upgrade, a China-based reviewer, has put the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme version of the new MSI Claw against the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V variant of the gaming handheld. The former appears to be the winner in terms of performance at 17 W and 30 W TDPs.

A reliable X leaker has revealed some information about some new AMD Ryzen 9000 desktop CPUs. One will have 8 CPU cores and 92 MB of L3 cache, while the other will come with 16 cores and 192 MB of L3 cache.

Lenovo has released a new budget gaming laptop in China. The Legion R7000 comes with a 15.3-inch 1440p 165 Hz screen, 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage.

The "Star Core Super AI Computer" is a new mini PC offered by Xiaomi, and it features the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, a top-end option from the Strix Halo lineup. It's paired with 128 GB of RAM, and the crowdfunding price is around $1,941.

YouTuber ETA Prime tests the AIM MAX+ laptop running Bazzite, a Linux gaming distro, instead of Windows 11. Featuring the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and Radeon 8060S iGPU, the laptop seems to deliver strong gaming performance and is expected to launch in early October 2025 for under $1,000.

Valve’s July 2025 hardware and software survey reveals AMD CPUs now power over 40 percent of participating PCs, while Intel falls below a 60 percent share for the first time since 2020.

The Aoostar MACO series has made its official debut in China, and the first mini PC of the lineup is available with the AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 8845HS and H 255. Both the configs come with a compact chassis and an OCuLink port.

Minisforum is now offering its MS-A2 with more versatile memory combinations than it did earlier this year. Available to be pre-configured with up to 96 GB of RAM and 2 TB of storage, the Minisforum MS-A2 features the desktop-class AMD Ryzen 9 9955X within a housing that only measures 196 x 189 x 48 mm.

The Aoostar GODY has launched as a new mini PC in China. It packs the Ryzen 9 7940HX, which is paired with the Radeon RX 7600XT discrete GPU. The starting launch price of the system is CNY 4,999, around $694.

The GPD Win 5 has been shown at ChinaJoy 2025 in Shanghai following its initial showcase last month. While over 30 minutes of footage detailing the GPD Win 5 and its external battery pack now exist, plenty of fans seem unimpressed with some of GPD's design choices at this stage.

GMktec has now released the K12 globally after launching the same mini-PC earlier this week in its home market. Available for as little as $409.99 with OCuLink, USB4 and an AMD Zen 4 APU, the GMKtec K12 can also be configured with up to 64 GB of RAM as required.

YouTuber ETA Prime goes hands-on with the upcoming AIM Max+, a new gaming laptop powered by AMD’s latest Strix Halo APU. With a focus on delivering power on a budget, it could very well be one of the most interesting product launches in recent weeks.

Ayaneo is finally preparing to release its AM01S mini-PC over a year after its initial debut. Available with up to an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, the AM01S will eventually be joined by the new AM03 too.

Emdoor, a Chinese ODM, has shown off its Strix Halo laptop. It comes with a 16-inch LCD screen, two NVMe SSD slots and up to 128 GB of RAM while tipping the scales at 2.4 kg (5.29 pounds).

With the Z2 Mini G1a, HP presents a compact workstation that relies on AMD's new Strix Halo APU for the first time. The combination of powerful CPU performance, integrated RDNA 3.5 graphics, and space-saving design is aimed at creative professionals, developers, and power users. In our test, we examined how the mini PC performs in everyday use—from performance and cooling to system efficiency.

LCFC, a subsidiary of Lenovo Group, has quietly launched a new AMD Strix Halo mini PC, the H02. The top-end configuration packs the Ryzen AI Max+ 395, and the base model costs CNY 17,999, which is around $2,508.

The AMD Zen 5 configurations offer superior processor performance while the Intel Lunar Lake options excel in battery life and graphics performance.

A new video showcasing a different Lenovo Legion Go 2 prototype has surfaced online. Surprisingly, Lenovo's long-awaited OLED gaming handheld outperforms the comparably equipped MSI Claw A8 in early benchmarks, even with a prototype version of the Legion Go 2 being tested.

A 2019 iMac with an Intel Core i5-7500 and Radeon RX 560X has been shown running modern games on SteamOS Holo 3.7.13. Priced at just $100 second-hand, the system delivered up to 60 FPS in Hades II and 90 FPS in Forza Horizon 5, with older titles crossing 100 FPS.

Documents cited by Moore’s Law is Dead indicate that Microsoft’s next‑generation Xbox, codenamed Magnus, is in final development stages. The console is expected to deliver up to double the performance of the PS5 Pro, targeting native 4K120 gameplay and improved ray tracing all in 2026

Moore’s Law Is Dead podcast reveals AMD’s April 2027 GPU roadmap, Strix Halo expansion, N1X delays to 2026, and deep Intel layoffs under Lip-Bu Tan. It also teases Nintendo’s Switch 2 OLED prototype and a major shift in Intel’s server strategy with Diamond Rapids potentially dropping Hyper-Threading.

Corsair has shown off a new mini-PC powered by AMD's Ryzen AI Max Strix Halo CPUs. It lets users pick between two CPUs and comes with a liquid cooler for the CPU and GPU.

Ayaneo has just revealed its first AMD Strix Halo-powered gaming handheld. In response, GPD has provided a first look at the GPD Win 5 in two colours and its unusual external battery pack. The GPD Win 5 will weigh about as much as the Nintendo Switch 2 too but only when discounting its 80 Wh battery pack.

The Ayaneo Next 2 is confirmed to launch with AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ 395 Strix Halo CPU. At the time of writing, it does not have a release date and it is expected to surface by the end of this year.

Beelink has introduced a new affordable mini PC in China, the EQR7. It can be equipped with up to the Ryzen 7 7735U, 24 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and 8 TB of storage. The starting price is CNY 1,999, around $280.

The GMKtec K12 has made its official debut as a new affordable mini PC with the Ryzen 7 H 255. This brand-new AMD system has USB4 and OCuLink ports and starts at CNY 2,099 in China, which converts to around $293.

Introduced at CES 2025, the HP Z2 Mini G1a is now available to purchase in the US. The official store, however, has only the AMD Ryzen AI Max Pro 380 configuration available, but the other Strix Halo CPU options are up for pre-order.

Minisforum recently launched the MS-A2, a powerful mini PC. The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX, together with a fast NVMe SSD and expandable RAM, delivers high performance, making it ideal for productive tasks and demanding multimedia applications. A PCIe x16 slot even allows the use of dedicated GPUs.

The GPD Win 5 is the first gaming handheld equipped with AMD's Strix Halo architecture. Not only have tech specs now been revealed, but so has a release window and possible launch pricing.

More information related to the recently leaked AMD Magnus APU has now surfaced thanks to Moore's Law Is Dead. The leaker has now published updated specs of the APU, including Compute Unit count, bus width, and the graphics architecture that the graphics die is expected to be based on.

AMD has been missing in action on the high-end gaming GPU front with the current RDNA 4 generation, but Team Red has big plans for the next gen RDNA 5 GPUs, which are rumored to include a competitor for Nvidia's RTX 6090. Also planned are sub-$550 successors for the current mid-range RX 9070 lineup.

The Lenovo Lecoo Mini Pro has been quietly announced in China. It's a new affordable mini PC with the AMD Ryzen 7 8745H, and the base configuration of the system costs CNY 2,699, around $377.

YouTuber ETA Prime shares a first-look performance breakdown of the MSI Claw A8, the first AMD-powered handheld from MSI. Powered by the new Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU, the device is tested against its predecessor, the Z1 Extreme, across synthetic benchmarks, real-world games, and battery life scenarios.

GPD has become the first company to tease a gaming handheld powered by AMD's Strix Halo architecture. Officially debuting in a few weeks, the GPD Win 5 will replace the long-running GPD Win 4 with an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU and Radeon 8060S iGPU that it appears capable of cooling effectively while playing triple-A games at exceptionally high frame rates.